Yukla Memorial Park

Yukla Memorial Park honors the service and sacrifice of the fallen Yukla 27 aircrew and stands as a lasting symbol of respect for the loss suffered by their families, friends in the American and Canadian forces, and the Alaska community. Its symbolism recalls that loss through 24 spruce trees surrounding the wall, one for each airman and representing their humanity; 24 bronze cast name plaques adorning the wall, one for each airman and representing their professionalism; and an E-3B AWACS replica mounted in a climbing left-hand turn, reflecting Yukla 27's takeoff that day and their mission. The U.S. and Canadian flags are raised high to show that both nations share the loss. Yukla, from the Tanaina Indian dialect meaning eagle, was the callsign for all Alaskan AWACS aircraft, and the E-3 Sentry is commonly called the Eyes of the Eagle. The monument, the eagle cage, and these grounds were combined and renamed Yukla Memorial Park in the heart of Elmendorf AFB, where it will remain forever.

Anchorage, Alaska · United States